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Orai™ BC-FD (Organic Blackcurrant Freeze-Dried Powder)

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Orai™ BC-FD (Organic Blackcurrant Freeze-Dried Powder) is extracted from the whole fruits of organic Ribes nigrum (blackcurrant). This freeze-dried powder comes in a deep bordeaux color, which makes it perfect for formulations ranging from organic gummies to organic foods and beverages.

Ingredient Name: Blackcurrant Powder

Active Component: Anthocyanins, Polyphenols

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Plant Origin

Labeling Claims: Additive-free, Clean Label, Natural, Naturally Derived, No Added Sugar, Non-GMO, Organic, Pesticide-free, Plant-Based, Preservative-free, Sustainable, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Non-GMO Project Verified, Organic Certified, USDA Organic, Vegan

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Identification & Functionality

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Country of Origin
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Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Excipient Free
  • FD process captures nutrients of Organic NZ grown Blackcurrants, which are naturally rich in Vitamin C and anthocyanins due to NZ’s UV light
  • Bordeaux color with sweet + slightly tart taste

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Purple/black fine powder
Taste
Astringent
Odor
Light berry
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mesh Size (Pass through 60 mesh)96.0%Screen
Loss on Dryingmax. 5%AOAC, 934.06
Water Activitymax. 0.3-Aqualab Meter
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Plate Countmax. 100000cfu/gFDA BAM 3
Total Yeast & Mold Countmax. 10000cfu/gAPHA, 5th Edition 2015; Chapter 21
Enterobacteriaceaemax. 1000cfu/gAPHA, 5th Edition 2015; Chapter 9
Escherichia Colimax. 1000cfu/gAPHA, 5th Edition 2015; Chapter 9
Staphylococcus Aureusmax. 1000cfu/gFDA BAM 12
SalmonellaNegativeper 25gSolus ELISA (screen)
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Energy1450.0kJ/100g-
Total Protein4.8g/100g-
Gluten0.0g/100g-
Total Fat2.0g/100g-
Saturated Fat0.5g/100g-
Carbohydrate65.5g/100g-
Sugars46.8g/100g-
Dietary Fiber23.0g/100g-
Sodium14.0mg/100g-
Assay
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total AnthocyaninsAverage of 3000mg/100gJ.Agr.Food Chem;49,3,2001(mod)
Vitamin CAverage of 500mg/100gFood Processing 5/96 p 198
Impurities
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Heavy Metals Contentmax. 10ppmAOAC 2013.06 (mod.)
Arsenic Contentmax. 3ppmAOAC 2013.06 (mod.)
Mercury Contentmax. 1ppmAOAC 2013.06 (mod.)
Cadmium Contentmax. 1ppmAOAC 2013.06 (mod.)
Lead Contentmax. 3ppmAOAC 2013.06 (mod.)
Chemical Impurities
  • Pesticides Residue: Complies with BP 2004 Appendix XI L and USP 561
  • Test Method: GC-ECD/NPD confirmed by GC-MS
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Drying Method
Freeze Dry
Plant Part Used
Whole Fruit

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 years
Storage Information
Tightly closed container should be kept at less than 80°F and away from sunlight and moisture.